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I. How We Work in Washington. Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services. APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid. We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour. APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment. You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints. Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights. APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.I agree that: A.I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information"). B.APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink. C.APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site. D.If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records. E.This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year. F.You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
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"There are some programs and organizations in the U.S. that may help people with disabilities with car-related costs like repairs, vehicle modifications, or transportation assistance — but it’s important to understand a few things first: 🧭 1. There’s no single nationwide program that simply pays any disabled person’s car repairs. Unlike health care or food assistance, there’s no federal program whose main job is to cover general auto repair bills for people with disabilities. Assistance tends to come from local agencies, nonprofits, charities, or specific special programs rather than a direct “repair grant.” However, several resources can help, either directly with vehicle repairs or with broader transportation needs.
🚗 2. Local assistance programs and community agencies 📞 Call 2-1-1 first The 211 helpline is a free, nationwide phone number (and website) that connects you to local social services, including:
Transportation assistance Emergency financial aid Referrals to local charities that may help with car repairs or vouchers You can dial 211 or search by ZIP code online to see what’s available where you live. 🏙️ Community Action Agencies In most counties, a Community Action Agency (CAA) can help low-income people (including some disabled individuals) with:
Emergency car repair assistance Referrals to local mechanics Transportation programs These agencies are funded by federal and state grants and tailor help to local needs. ⛪ Churches and local charities Local churches, Salvation Army centers, and volunteer groups sometimes provide:
Small grants for car repairs Referrals to mechanics willing to work pro bono or with sliding fees Availability varies widely by location. 🛠️ 3. National nonprofits and specific car-related programs 🚘 Opportunity Cars Opportunity Cars is a national charity that helps low-income individuals (including disabled people) with donated vehicles and assistance with repairs to make those vehicles reliable. Eligibility depends on need and availability. 🛠️ Modest Needs Modest Needs is a nonprofit that offers one-time small grants for unexpected expenses — including car repairs — to people who are working or disabled but don’t qualify for other assistance. 📍 Working Cars for Working Families This network helps low-income people, including those with disabilities, secure reliable transportation — often by helping with repairs or low-cost vehicles. Contact local partner organizations to see what they offer in your area.
🛠️ 4. Programs for vehicle modifications (not general repairs) If your vehicle needs adaptive equipment (like hand controls, wheelchair lifts, etc.), there are organizations and funding sources focused on that:
Alyssa V. Phillips Foundation — grants for mobility equipment Byron Riesch Paralysis Foundation — grants for equipment modifications Chive Charities Grant — supports accessible home & vehicle modifications National Organization for Vehicle Accessibility (NOVA) — mobility assistance grant up to ~25% of cost These tend to cover modifications, sometimes not routine repairs. Some auto manufacturers also offer small reimbursement programs (usually up to ~$1,000) for adaptive equipment if you buy a qualifying vehicle.
💡 5. Government programs with indirect help Some federal or state programs allow transportation expenses (including repairs in certain cases) to be covered under broader assistance:
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) — in some states, emergency funds can be used for essential car repairs if needed to work or attend medical appointments. State disability vocational rehabilitation offices — may help with vehicle access or modifications needed for employment.
🧠 Tips for Finding Help 🔹 1. Start with 211 or your local social services department They can help you find specific resources in your county — often the only way to access local charities or repair programs. 🔹 2. Contact nonprofits directly Reach out to charities like Opportunity Cars, Modest Needs, and local faith-based groups. They may require:
Proof of disability Income information A cost estimate for repairs 🔹 3. Check vocational schools & community colleges Some automotive training programs will fix cars for parts or labor only while students learn — this can dramatically reduce costs. 🔹 4. Ask about payment plans Many mechanics will work with charge cards, no-interest medical care credit plans, or sliding-scale fees if you explain your financial hardship.
🧾 Summary There’s no universal federal program that automatically pays for car repairs for disabled people — but there arelegitimate local, nonprofit, and charity programs that can help, including:
211 referrals to programs in your area Community Action Agencies with emergency assistance Opportunity Cars, Modest Needs, and Working Cars for Working Families Charities and faith-based organizations Vehicle modification grants for mobility needs All of these are based on need and may require income or disability documentation.
Most counties fund a van to take low income/disabled people to the doctors or errands for free. It’s not Uber as in you do have to give them more than immediate notice even after you qualify.
Thats pretty much it as to what the government funds reliably. Private cars are increasingly considered a nonessential item that people increasingly live without.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
A.
I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
"There are some programs and organizations in the U.S. that may help people with disabilities with car-related costs like repairs, vehicle modifications, or transportation assistance — but it’s important to understand a few things first:
🧭 1. There’s no single nationwide program that simply pays any disabled person’s car repairs.
Unlike health care or food assistance, there’s no federal program whose main job is to cover general auto repair bills for people with disabilities. Assistance tends to come from local agencies, nonprofits, charities, or specific special programs rather than a direct “repair grant.”
However, several resources can help, either directly with vehicle repairs or with broader transportation needs.
🚗 2. Local assistance programs and community agencies
📞 Call 2-1-1 first
The 211 helpline is a free, nationwide phone number (and website) that connects you to local social services, including:
Transportation assistance
Emergency financial aid
Referrals to local charities that may help with car repairs or vouchers
You can dial 211 or search by ZIP code online to see what’s available where you live.
🏙️ Community Action Agencies
In most counties, a Community Action Agency (CAA) can help low-income people (including some disabled individuals) with:
Emergency car repair assistance
Referrals to local mechanics
Transportation programs
These agencies are funded by federal and state grants and tailor help to local needs.
⛪ Churches and local charities
Local churches, Salvation Army centers, and volunteer groups sometimes provide:
Small grants for car repairs
Referrals to mechanics willing to work pro bono or with sliding fees
Availability varies widely by location.
🛠️ 3. National nonprofits and specific car-related programs
🚘 Opportunity Cars
Opportunity Cars is a national charity that helps low-income individuals (including disabled people) with donated vehicles and assistance with repairs to make those vehicles reliable. Eligibility depends on need and availability.
🛠️ Modest Needs
Modest Needs is a nonprofit that offers one-time small grants for unexpected expenses — including car repairs — to people who are working or disabled but don’t qualify for other assistance.
📍 Working Cars for Working Families
This network helps low-income people, including those with disabilities, secure reliable transportation — often by helping with repairs or low-cost vehicles. Contact local partner organizations to see what they offer in your area.
🛠️ 4. Programs for vehicle modifications (not general repairs)
If your vehicle needs adaptive equipment (like hand controls, wheelchair lifts, etc.), there are organizations and funding sources focused on that:
Alyssa V. Phillips Foundation — grants for mobility equipment
Byron Riesch Paralysis Foundation — grants for equipment modifications
Chive Charities Grant — supports accessible home & vehicle modifications
National Organization for Vehicle Accessibility (NOVA) — mobility assistance grant up to ~25% of cost
These tend to cover modifications, sometimes not routine repairs.
Some auto manufacturers also offer small reimbursement programs (usually up to ~$1,000) for adaptive equipment if you buy a qualifying vehicle.
💡 5. Government programs with indirect help
Some federal or state programs allow transportation expenses (including repairs in certain cases) to be covered under broader assistance:
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) — in some states, emergency funds can be used for essential car repairs if needed to work or attend medical appointments.
State disability vocational rehabilitation offices — may help with vehicle access or modifications needed for employment.
🔹 1. Start with 211 or your local social services department
They can help you find specific resources in your county — often the only way to access local charities or repair programs.
🔹 2. Contact nonprofits directly
Reach out to charities like Opportunity Cars, Modest Needs, and local faith-based groups. They may require:
Proof of disability
Income information
A cost estimate for repairs
🔹 3. Check vocational schools & community colleges
Some automotive training programs will fix cars for parts or labor only while students learn — this can dramatically reduce costs.
🔹 4. Ask about payment plans
Many mechanics will work with charge cards, no-interest medical care credit plans, or sliding-scale fees if you explain your financial hardship.
🧾 Summary
There’s no universal federal program that automatically pays for car repairs for disabled people — but there arelegitimate local, nonprofit, and charity programs that can help, including:
211 referrals to programs in your area
Community Action Agencies with emergency assistance
Opportunity Cars, Modest Needs, and Working Cars for Working Families
Charities and faith-based organizations
Vehicle modification grants for mobility needs
All of these are based on need and may require income or disability documentation.
Thats pretty much it as to what the government funds reliably. Private cars are increasingly considered a nonessential item that people increasingly live without.